Applications are now open for the University Of Oxford AIG Imoukhude Foundation Scholarship. This scholarship is to provide a unique opportunity for exceptional West Africans interested in a career in public service to pursue a Master of Public Policy at the Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford. Since 2017, twenty-nine scholarships worth over £50,000 have been awarded to future public sector leaders who have demonstrated a passion for the public sector.
AIG Scholars spend the year at one of the world’s top universities, gaining knowledge from outstanding academic faculty and expert practitioners and interacting with other future public sector leaders worldwide. After completing their degrees, scholars return to their countries and use their learnings to bolster policymaking, support reforms, and contribute to their nation’s development.
Every year, Africa Initiative for Governance (AIG) will fund five scholarships for outstanding individuals from Nigeria and Ghana to pursue the Master of Public Policy degree at the Blavatnik School of Government (BSG), University of Oxford. Upon graduation, AIG Scholars will be expected to return to their home country and apply their learning experience as change agents in their country’s public sector.
| DESCRIPTION | |
| Study mode: | On-campus learning |
| Host Country | United Kingdom (UK) |
| Eligible Countries | West African countries |
| Category | Postgraduate scholarship | Masters scholarship |
| Application deadline | September 15, 2023 |
| Financing: |
Full Scholarship | Accommodation | Monthly Stipends
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The University Of Oxford AIG Imoukhude Foundation Scholarship Scholarship Requirements
To be considered for the scholarship, you must:
- Be a Nigerian currently working in the public sector (Ministries, Departments, Agencies & Parastatals) at either Federal or State levels
- Aged between 25 and 45 years
- Have a minimum of seven (7) years (combined private & public sector) work experience
- Have a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of second-class upper qualification
Scholarship Duration and Reward
- Financial Support
- Funding will be provided for tuition, living expenses, and a stipend for a summer project.
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Extensive coaching and mentoring will be offered to help scholars navigate their time at Oxford and make the most of the experience.
- Career Development
- AIG Scholars will receive full support to map out their career development paths and access opportunities that are aligned with their areas of interest and that leverage the knowledge gained at Oxford
Timeline:
- Saturday, 23 September 2023: Invitation for Computer-Based Tests
- Thursday 5 – Thursday 12 October 2023: Essay Submissions
- Wednesday 25 – Monday 30 October 2023: Video Interviews
- December 2023: Final Selections
- Friday 5 January 2024: Deadline for MPP Applications
- May 2024: Pre-departure Orientation
The University Of Oxford AIG Imoukhude Foundation Scholarship Method of Application
Interested and qualified applicants should apply using the link below.
https://www.aigimoukhuedefoundation.org/scholarships
